All ferry tickets are one-way. High-speed vessels run to shorten the journey time. (It continues to Ios, Paros, and Mykonos.) 26th of October is considered low season and there is no high demand for such a route so its not operating at all. There are many famous landmarks nearby, so it is a very popular destination among sailors. Is there only one port in Santorini? All tickets have a seat number and reserved seat. Kate. 8 years ago Save I booked a ferry with Sea Jets to go from Santorini to Crete on June 10th however, I just received an email from them which said they canceled my reservation (with no explanation). You can purchase return tickets but they are simply two one-way tickets theres no price difference or any other difference. Regards and Thanks, Book a private daily or multiday boat tour from Chania to Santorini, Milos and the surrounding islands. If you were traveling during high season then booking in advance is probably a good idea (if only for peace of mind). A little bit strange. Ideally we can take an early afternoon boat from Rethimno on Friday (6/21), but Heraklion also works. Here are a couple questions: Something could change but its getting pretty late and I havent heard anything yet. Some hotels or restaurants may put on post-Anastasi food, or even organise lamb on the spit on the Sunday but its not guaranteed so youll need to check with your hosts. Hi Dave. Heraklion, Crete, Greece, Phone: (+30) 2810341560 We have 4 nights on Crete then we had planned to ferry to Santorini on 6th for 2 nights before flying back to Athens around midday on the 8th for 2 nights, flying out to Northern Europe early the next morning. One suggestion for a place to stay Fata Morgana high up on the cliffs, but there are plenty more if you look around. The schedule has not been finalized yet but is currently showing a ferry 7 days a week starting April 8. The white booth is for SeaJets. The ticket price ranges from 116 to 206. Starting in late March or early April Minoan Lines and SeaJets Ferries begin high speed service from Crete to Santorini (morning sailing) and Santorini to Crete (afternoon sailing). Lisa. The only thing set in stone is that we are flying into Athens on the 13th of June and back home to the states on the 26th. Just to share and to express caution about this particular trip. SUBSCRIBE to my Youtube Channel for Updated Guides and Videos for the Greek Islands! So they would all be overnight tours (two nights, actually). boat trip). Great website and one of the most informative weve encountered thus far. Avalon Hotel is superb as is the Spirit of the Knights and the Old Town is quite unique. Departure time :08:00 AM. I am flying to Athens with my wife and 5 year old in August. Ferry tickets economy class Heraklion to Santorini on speedboat; Travel assistant during all departures; Private English-speaking local guide during the tour in Knossos, the tour in Festos & the Acrotiri of Santorini; Accommodation in Heraklion 29-31/8 Olive Green 4* Accommodation in Santorini 31/8-2/9 RK Beach 4* Accommodation in Athens 2-3/9 . Cruise Type: Day boat trip. Hi Dave, However, there wont be a Santorini to Chania ferry. 1. This seasonal route is operated mainly by high-speed vessels by 3 ferry companies: Minoan Lines, Seajets, and Golden Star Ferries. Youll need to fly or ferry (very long) via Athens. Dave, this blog is so helpful! Hi Dave There is a bus that runs every hour between the 2 towns and you can basicallybook your bus ticket online. Many thanks for any advice you can provide, Its a fine destination in its own right and for honeymooners can provide just what you are looking for a touch of luxury, laced with comfort and coziness. and whatever the chef of the house has chosen to prepare plus cracking red-dyed eggs. In Santorini do the Oia-Fira hike and at least one tour (boat or winery). No rushing back to Crete: spend the whole day on Santorini on this tour. Thank you for the very informative website and the advice to buy ferry tickets in advance and pick up at the port. The feasting and eating (and drinking) may go on until the morning. All of the tours also offer a bus that will take you around in Santorini and basically return back to Crete (Rethymno or Heraklion) in the evening. Otherwise, book a RIB to travel to the Saronic Gulf and reach Hydra, Poros, Aegina, Spetses or any other Greek island you wish, in a discreet way. Heraklion is great. Joe D. Sorry, just the morning ferries to Santorini. Skype: visitcrete, Phone: +30 2810341560 What are the options of going from Crete to Santorini? The schedule for ferries to Rethymnon is not out yet (probably in January) but theres a 95% chance that there will be a ferry from Santorini to Rethymnon for the summer. We REALLY need to get to santorini today!! The bus is a 5 minute walk from the ferry port. Seajets Catamaran Ferry. I was actually born in Athens and I have been to almost all of the greek islands and pretty much most of mainland Greece. Is there a problem with rough Seas in the beginning of October? Naxos is wonderful. I see your cut-off dates for the ferries is October 12th for this year. Thanks jacques.. As long as they have a bar code then you can use them to board. Ferries from Crete to Santorini depart from Chania, Rethymno, Heraklion or Agios Nikolaos. Do you have a recommendation between those two? You can try emailing them at info@seajets.gr. Our experienced skippers will meet you at the docks, help you embark on our private boats and transfer you privately to any of the islands around Athens. Travel through the beautiful countryside en route to the village of Oia at the northernmost tip of the island. Destination: Santorini island. Instead, book your private luxury transfer. and would not refund (or deal) the one week period during which we will be in Santorini, does this sound normal around here in Crete? We're doing major changes to offer you more and better services. Ferries from Crete to Santorini depart frequently, particularly in July and August. Ive used them and think they are reliable. There are plenty of flights during the day but the trip can last between 2 hours and 150 minutes (the 14:30 flight) or 9 hours and and 25 minutes involving an overnight stay in Athens. First of all, thank you so much for running this website! Personally, I would stay in Heraklion for a night and morning and explore its attractions. But you dont sound too interested in the city so trying to take the last bus of the day is probably what I would recommend. 2) We are also going to get a rental car to explore other sites for the 3 nights we are in Crete, is it possible to drop if off in a different location -Heraklion. The slow ferry takes approximately 3.5 hours and tickets are approximately 40. 3. The two that may be of interest to you and your daughter are the Epitafios where the bier of the deceased Christ is carried around the streets followed by throngs of people carrying candles. Do you think that is why I cant buy the tickets ahead of time? Ticket offers. Im trying to buy a ferry ticket (Hellenic Seaways 7 & Seajet) from Herkalion to Santorini on April 9th (one way) but either website is not giving me the option to do so. One takes a half day of travel each way (so youd have to stay a night to make it at all worthwhile) and the other is very expensive. The only place I see it (and probably where youre looking) is on the schedule page of SeaJets. It that correct? All tours of Santorini will include visits to Oia. I cant vouch for them other than a few personal experiences. Its easy (and common) to rent a car in Chania and dropoff in Heraklion. Crete to Santorini Ferries and Flights: For every ferry or flight from Crete to Santorini there is usually a ferry or flight going in the opposite direction. Or it is not available the transfer? Bus and boat tour to Santorini. Would be very grateful for your help!! What would you suggest? Good for avoiding crowds. Do you know which company will have the ferry from Rethymno to Thira in the summer (if it does happen)? Bus is the cheapest (but youll need to switch buses in Fira and get the one heading to Oia, then get off at Imerovigli). Which port should I buy a ticket from in Crete? Just a quick note to report issues with SeaJet transfer. I am thinking of traveling to Greece in early October. 12 hours (approx.) I would like to ask you maybe a silly question but very important for me. Heraklion port) [by Panellenic HIGHSPEED BOAT], Santorini One Day Cruise from Rethymnon area (dep. We intend to travel from Heraklion to Santorini on Oct.5th. Can you take a rental car on the ferry? Hi Dave, Last year it was 120 euro and it included the excursion in Santorini. Alana. US$ 252.87 . I was thinking of taking a day trip to explore Crete. There are no ferries from the Cretan ports of Chania or Agios Nikolaos to Santorini. What is the best way to go from the ferry dock to Imerovigli? Hi Do you think a day trip from Santorini to Crete is worth it? What do you think? 9 Crete Boats & yachts. Yes, a bit like Mykonos but cheaper, less crowded, and no nightlife. But you can also book everything by yourself which will obviously take you a bit more time. Rent a car and do some guided tours (Samaria Gorge, Rethymnon, Safari 44 tour and Knossos). ), DirectFerriesis the best website to book your ferry tickets or check the timetables for Santorini, Mykonos , Crete& all greek islands, Get Your Guidehas the best and largest variety of Tours in Athens and the greek islands (Santorini, Mykonos, Crete etc), Rentalcars is the easiest way to rent a car or a quad for Greece with thousands of available options, Expediahas all the available flights to and from the greek islands. Would you suggest staying in Heraklion or Chania. Private Sea Transfers comfortable, fast, reliable and secure with Rib speed boats at all times and to all destinations. 3. We have used the information to plan our trip to the Greek Islands to celebrate my daughters 18th birthday in April. Alvaro Avezum. There are no ferries to Santorini from Chania or Agios Nikolaos. Prices are about 80 for a standard adult ticket. Or is there any other way to get to Chania that is not too expensive? Similarly, as everyone piles off the boat to the taxi rank, taxis are snapped up immediately and you can be waiting a while. Crete Pirate Ship Cruise with the Black Rose to Stalis and Malia. From Santorini, Crete is faster and less expensive to get to than Rhodes. Hotel pickup offered Mobile ticket Offered in: English and 2 more Full-day cruise trip to Santorini from Crete Sail to the volcanic island, famous for its black cliffs Actually, you dont really have to book tickets in advance but most people do for peace of mind. Targeted towards couples/adults Different boats service the Crete to Santorini ferry route. 9am is the latest ferry but your bus should get you to Heraklion in time for the ferry. My name is Pavlos and I come from the beautiful country called Greece. Regards Lastly the people in Santorini and some fellow tourists had tales about how this boat (still, the return to Crete route) was always late, and seemed to express a preference for the other company. Hopping islands that local transportation does not serve. I was just wondering, since I could not find any ferry tickets for January 3, from Santorini to Crete are the timetables not yet published or should I expect them to not be operating during that time? Chania or Heraklion or Rethymno? They usually do. Greeks, even if they dont fast during the 40 days of Lent will almost always go without during Megali Evdomadha (Easter, or Great week). Our apologies as this service is not available yet. You can also choose to fly or take an organised tour. Or should we try some other place? Answer 1 of 5: Hi there, We're trying to get a boat to Santorini from Crete to catch a 9:30a plane on Saturday (6/22). I may need to change the itinerary and dont want to make reservations until I see the schedule. I want beach time plus view all the sites as well. Ferry tickets can be booked in advance at. Heres the Heraklion to Chania schedule. These experiences are best for boat tours in Hersonissos: Sailing Trips with Cretan Sailing; Crete Pirate Ship Cruise with the Black Rose to Stalis and Malia; Day Tour: Cruise to Spinalonga Island with BBQ at Kolokytha Bay; That Quintessential Island-Hopping: Crete to Santorini Day Trip; Boat Trip 1 hour High powered stunt boat from Hersonissos So, you can admire Fira and Oia from unique viewpoints and get wonderful photos in the process. Also do you recommend taking a car rental from Heraklion port itself which I can drop off at Heraklion airport from where I plan to fly off to Athens. Beat the heat with transport around the island by air-conditioned vehicle. Just a couple of questions: I know the ins and outs of my country and hopefully my travel blog will help you make the most of your holidays. Hi Dave, Between April-October there are 4 ferries per day between Crete and Santorini. Youll fly via Athens, search Kayak.com for the best prices. If a new ferry schedule were to be released, where should I check? Id assume for planning purposes that there wont be anything this year. Both destinations are at opposite ends of this lengthy island. We will spend one week in Crete and 3 days in Santorini in February 16. It would also be helpful to know where and how to find them prior to our arrival if possible please. Thanks for the great website. Its much easier to pick up tickets at the port the morning you depart. Even the normally raucous TV stations tone it down and show only mild or religious programmes and clubs and bars will be timid at best. Many tours also include hotel pick-up and drop off. Prices are about 80 for a standard adult ticket. As such, the best option remains to be taking the ferry from Crete to Santorini if you will be spending a few days on each island. Day Tours from Crete to Santorini in 2022 Santorini Day Trip - From Heraklion & Agios Nikolaos - Hotel pickup and dropoff. That said there are religious happenings to be aware of with one event happening each night in the lead-up to Anastasi. Elafonisi and Balos look wonderful, but may not be right for us. There are tours from Santorini to Crete but they use the same ferries and are bound by the same schedule. It is Folegandros. The most convenient choice depends a lot on you, your travel preferences, schedule, and budget. Do you have any new information about ferries from Rethymnon to Santorini? var s1=document.createElement("script"),s0=document.getElementsByTagName("script")[0]; Here you will find all available tours to Santorini from Crete at the best available prices on the island. Thank you. The week before Anastasi, or resurrection at midnight of the 15th is a solemn week where little happens and where very little traditional non-fasting food (meat primarily) is available for consumption. All our excursions include transfer to/from Crete port, transfers in Santorini, Santorini tours (Oia, Fira, Kamari, and the famous Santorini volcano). Melissa Douglas is a British Travel Writer and Blogger based in Athens, Greece. She writes for numerous high profile travel publications across the globe - including Forbes Travel Guide, Matador Network, The Times of Israel and The Huffington Post. Taxi is the easiest way. I have to say, your website is great. Should I buy my tickets in advance? In Athens see the Acropolis and walk around the Plaka. Im open to suggestions, as well as opinions as to whether our itinerary sounds crazy. Is it true that there is a ferry from Santorini to Rethymnon? Susie. Thank you so much for taking the time to read this and provide any feedback it is much appreciated. So, it only makes sense that getting between them is relatively easy. Also, I wanted to know that if I am staying at Chania would taxis be available from the port to hotel in Chania. Theyre located directly in front of the ferries docked in the port you cant miss them. I am afraid that our bus from Chania at 5am wont get there in time. In Crete see Knossos and spend plenty of time wandering around Chania. Hi Santorini Dave Love the site. Not to mention, opting to purchase your ticket online saves you the stress and hassle of queuing at a crowded port in the height of summer. 2. Tracey Kuzniak. Great website!!!! I am looking to book a Champion Jet 2 catamaran from Crete, Heraklion to Santorini in, 1 way, in the end of October. I will be heading to Santorini for 3 days after leaving your suggested place. My wife and I are visiting Santorini for 3 nights in June. Please use kayak to find the most recently updated information. Lyn Robertson. A taxi will cost you around 42 each way. Tera Jet) the more reliable they are. We currently booked a trip to Greece and for the last leg of the trip were going from Santorini to Crete on July 7th and flying out from Herkalion on Monday, July 11th. Hi Dave! Whens your best guess on when it would come out? Thanks! I mean, if I were to go into their office in Iraklio and pay for a two day trip to Santorini from Iraklio, will they be able to give me the ferry tickets and any other paper I will need for accommodation or do I just have to be at the port and pick them up on the trip day? Jocelyn, Your email address will not be published. I would take the bus from the port to the airport and pick up your car rental there. I have typed the date of Wednesday 26th October but no dates are available for any dates around this time. What do you recommend? Youve got a good two hours between ferry and bus so it should work out. Best Santorini to Crete Tour: Becuase of the ferry schedule (Crete to Santorini in the morning, Santorini to Crete in the afternoon/evening) there are no day-trip tours from Santorini to Crete. Thanks for your super informative site. Any tips? We would be more than happy to assist you! Save my name, email, and website in this browser for the next time I comment. (Of course, it could be cancelled for bad weather but thats a different issue. Crete to Santorini ferry services operate all year round. Full-Day Trip to Santorini by Boat 13 hours; Skip the line; Pickup available; 4.0 (190 reviews) From. Yes, I would probably buy tickets in advance through the ferry company websites. Select only the departure port and click on SHOW PRICES. I dont see a specific ferry schedule for April, just a comment about mid-April. We still have one week in Crete before we take the Hellenic Seaways Ferry to Santorini. The best way to get there is via the Cretan Daily Cruises which run until late October each year. One last thing, travelling before and after Easter can be trying as everyone is on the move. Home Greece Crete How To Get From Crete to Santorini. Is that a reputable company? Can anyone suggest a company which can deliever us from Chania. In that case you definitely need the fast ferry option and you only have the option to take the ferry from Heraklion. Are there tour companies from Santorini that offers day tours of Crete? The trip takes 1.5 hour. Unfortunately, chances are that there will be no ferries at all from Crete to Santorini at that time of the year. You can get there by car an off-road vehicle is recommended and there are some basic facilities on the beach for the road trippers but you really dont get to see the beauty of the place unless you come by cruise boat and the cruse boat really does provide everything. I am running into many questions and concerns when figuring out how and when to get to Chania. If you continue to use this site we will assume that you are happy with it. Eric. Capacity: 8 Passengers Maximum. Note that flights will sell out much earlier than ferries if you find a flight that works for you, book it as soon as possible. Offered in: English. I also take it that is no Santorini to Chania ferries that you might happen to know about? I am travelling from Santorini to Crete (Heraklion) by Hellenic Seaways ferry which reaches Crete at 18:50. (I updated the info above.) 2- the car rental company (justrentals) surprised us by telling us we could not bring the rental to Santorini (its all Greece to us!) If your flight to Athens arrives on time you should be fine. Tours take a lot of stress out of planning your trip and include pickup from your hotel. Company Registration No 1039E60000111001 & VAT EL800554594. document.getElementById( "ak_js_1" ).setAttribute( "value", ( new Date() ).getTime() ); Your email address will not be published. Beaches are better at Elounda some hotels have private beaches while Chania scores relatively low on that feature. 3) We are going to get the ferry to Santorini. and 3 more. You can follow me on Twitter here and I will try to do my best to respond to you personally. What should be the best transport way from and to those slands: ferry boat or by air? Day trips Private tours Water activities Adventures Filters 279 activities found . Less-touristy and more travel-ly than both Crete and Rhodes, Paros is well connected in terms of transport, has more of an island feel and is a perennial favourite with all walk of travellers and honeymooners. Ferries from Heraklion arrive at Athinios port in Santorini. Any advice for getting a good price on the flight? Visit Santorini on this full day-trip from the island of Crete. Snami Travel is a fully licensed DMC, incorporated under the laws of the Hellenic Republic & having its offices at Analipsi of Hersonissos, Crete Greece. On Easter Sunday families, traditionally roast lamb on the spit, gather to talk and renew ties and then eat and drink some more. Is scheduling a taxi an option or necessary? With regards to an alternative destination, a couple come to mind. Direct ferries between these 2 islands only operate between early May early October. I am planning a honeymoon in Greece from May 21 May 31. The company operates two mid-sized vessels, each one cozy enough to provide high quality services. READ ALSO:Athens to Santorini(ferries, flights and schedules)Santorini to Mykonos(ferries, flights and schedules)Crete in May (what to expect)Best Beaches in Crete (tropical waters and golden sand)Best Things to Do in Crete (wine tasting, prehistoric ruins, hiking and many more), Booking.comis the website with the most available rooms and Private Villas in Athens, Santorini , Mykonos & Crete(more than Airbnb! You can revoke your consent any time using the Revoke consent button. If not, theyre vouchers and need to be exchanged for tickets. Early booking discount. Hi Dave, thank you so much for your valuable time and knowledge. Crete is the largest island in Greece, with multiple bustling towns to potter around in and plenty of sandy beaches to chill out on. These are not private boats but the normal ferries that go to Santorini. We would like to travel from Santorini to Crete via ferry on October 20. The precise Crete to Santorini ferry schedule changes depending on the season and can often change with little or no prior notice. Santorini Speedboat Transfers is most definitely the way to go! And if so where can I find the schedule for this ferry? s1.src='https://embed.tawk.to/62f2373f54f06e12d88db293/1ga12fk5n'; Try not to move during those shoulder periods. Youll leave from Heraklion port and there is only one port in Santorini. Even if it was 30 minutes late youd still have time to walk from the bus station to the ferry port (about 5 minutes), get your tickets (10 minutes), and get on the ferry with a little time to spare. Are the schedules just not published yet? Are there any student discounts on tickets from Crete to Santorini and back? This concerns me because 1. what if the ferry is late? We arrive in Athens from Canada at 11:40 am and there is a Sky Express flight at 1:30 pm to Chania. Ive never booked through that company but the website has been around for years so its not something thats new (for what thats worth). Is Herkalion an okay city to stay in for the night? It is not unheard of for tickets to sell out for certain services and early morning ferries. Getyourguide.com is the best website for booking tours in Santorini (prices, reliability). The first one of the day leaves Chania at 5:15 and gets to Heraklion at around 8am. It's great for a longer holiday as there is so much to do . Consider one of two possible destinations in Crete: the old world intimacy of Chanias Old Town, or the new world luxury of Elounda. There is a bus to Agios Nikolaos every hour and the ticket costs 7.70 euros. 2. it pretty much wastes the night of the 7th. I also would like a ferry where I can walk outside the deck. Enjoy an island tour by air-conditioned bus and hear informative commentary about the history of one of Greece's most romantic islands. Answer 1 of 7: Dear Fellow Travellers, We need a private boat / speedboat / air transfer from Chania to Santorini inthe morning of 23rd of September (or preferably 23:00hrs on 22/09) for 2 people. If traveling outside of July and August then you could easily show up at the port and buy a ticket. Lets look at the pros and cons of both Rhodes and Crete then at possibly one or two other options that are accessible from Santorini. Sitia Marina Regards Rethymnon port) [by Seajets HIGHSPEED BOAT], Santorini Two Day Cruise from Heraklion port [by Seajets Lines HIGHSPEED BOAT]. I am considering booking the two day tour from Hraklion to Santorini in October, as advertised on ferries.gr. The best Cruises & Sailing in Crete according to Viator travelers are: Semi-Submarine Tour from Agios Nikolaos. That leaves you plenty of time to enjoy one final day in Santorini and enjoy dinner in a fine seaside taverna in Cretes capital, Heraklion. Economy class seats on the SeaJet ferry. Relaxed Do you think there would be enough time to make this flight? Thanks in advance. Offers On Ferryhopper, you can find all available offers for the ferry trip to Santorini from Heraklion (Crete). Its been a lifesaver! The ferry route from Crete (Heraklion) to Santorini is one of the most popular seasonal routes in Greece. The Heraklion ferry port has multiple ferries to Santorini from late March to early November. That one single candle light becomes hundreds within a minute and the church service continues. This also came after a day with no boat sailing due to strong winds and got us to scramble twice for hotel rooms while our Crete bookings were lost. No flights from Crete to Santorini this year in early October. The fastest option is Champion Jet which will take you to your destination in about 2 hours. 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